It is important that parents do not allow their children to “play through” a foot injury while engaging in sports. Young athletes who complain of foot pain may have a stress fracture. Stress fractures do not always show up in x-rays, so it is important to be careful when dealing with these foot injuries. Physical therapy, rest, and immobilization are key in terms of alleviating the pain caused by foot injuries.
Playing with a sports injury can cause many problems later on. To learn more about this trend, contact Dr. Rosa Roman of Ankle & Foot Center. Our doctor will explain the facts of barefoot running and help you decide if it’s a practice you’d like to take up.
Playing Sports with Foot Injuries
Many types of foot injuries affect athletes over the course of their athletic career. Despite their setbacks, many of these athletes will continue to play with mild foot injuries and attempt to ‘push’ through the pain. In order to be able to prevent injuries, it is important to stretch before any activity, wear proper footwear and replace shoes as needed. Some of the foot injuries athletes are at risk for include:
- Turf toe- upward bending of the big toe outside normal range of motion
- Stress Fractures
- Overpronation- excessive foot movement during gait
- Plantar Fasciitis- swollen ligament in the foot’s base
- Strains
For more serious injuries it is recommended to consult with a podiatrist or orthopedic specialist as fractures and other serious conditions may require surgery.
If you have any questions, please contact our offices located in Bloomfield, NJ. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.
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